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Analysis of an algae-based CELSS. Part 2: options and weight analysisLife support components are evaluated for application to an idealized closed life support system which includes an algal reactor for food production. Weight-based trade studies are reported as "break-even" time for replacing food stores with a regenerative bioreactor. It is concluded that closure of the life support gases (oxygen recovery) depends on the carbon dioxide reduction chemistry and that an algae-based food production can provide an attractive alternative to re-supply for longer duration missions.
Document ID
20040120658
Acquisition Source
Johnson Space Center
Document Type
Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Authors
Holtzapple, M. T.
(College Station 77843-3118 United States)
Little, F. E.
Moses, W. M.
Patterson, C. O.
Date Acquired
August 22, 2013
Publication Date
April 1, 1989
Publication Information
Publication: Acta astronautica
Volume: 19
Issue: 4
ISSN: 0094-5765
Subject Category
Man/System Technology And Life Support
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NAG9-161
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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